Introduction to Oil & Gas EPC and Project Management for Non Engineers

OVERVIEW

The execution phase of industrial projects such as oil and gas projects consists of detailed engineering, procurement and construction, normally known as EPC and starts after final investment decision by the owners. Companies who provide an integrated engineering, procurement and construction services are called EPC contractors. Managing the EPC contracts are usually complicated and require special expertise and knowledge. This course will provide an overview of such expertise and knowledge. In particular, the attributes of EPC business, EPC project lifecycle, phases and gates are explained, the flow of engineering activities and interconnections between engineering disciplines are described, and the fundamentals of project procurement management and administration, logistics, bidding and contracting are reviewed. Also major construction management activities are explained as tools and techniques to monitor and control project performance are introduced.

OBJECTIVES 

• Become familiar with project execution processes
• Acquire a framework from which to define and manage an EPC project
• Understand the importance and the main functions of engineering, procurement and construction phases
• Understand the issues that must be addressed to become more effective in timely and cost effective delivery of project

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This course is designed for you who want to enhance your project management skills and to be able to work effectively within your project management teams. It is suitable for Facilities Engineers, secretary, Project Supervisors and Project Staff from a variety of disciplines including engineering, construction, and maintenance as well as information technology.

COURSE CONTENT

EPC FUNDAMENTALS & PROJECT MANAGEMENT FRAMEWORK

• Introduction
• Project Delivery Systems and Why Owners Choose EPC
• Project Enquiry Document
• The EPC Process, Key Elements of EPC Contracts
• EPC Clauses Explained and Understood
• Safety Management, Project Controls and Scheduling
• Quality, Resource Management and Communication
• Decision Making and Working In Groups
• Project Planning and Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
• Project Stakeholders and Risk Analysis

PROJECT RISK MANAGEMENT AND KEY EPC CONTRACT CLAUSES

• Estimating and Earned Value Analysis
• Engineering Management and Procurement Processes
• Contract Types and Request For Proposals
• Bidding Process, Purchase Orders and Contracts
• How to Negotiate an EPC Contract
• Avoiding Problems of EPC contracts
• Identify Dangerous Words/Phrases in EPC Contracts That Could Cost Your Company Millions
• Construction Management and Tender Documents
• Preparation of the EPC enquiry document
• Contract Administration and Claims
• Commissioning Procedures, Training, Commissioning and Startup
• Project Closeout